FAQ Refer a Friend
1. How does the Refer a Friend scheme work?
Existing Starbucks Rewards members can now invite friends to join the programme and you’ll both earn rewards! The friend you refer must be new to Starbucks Rewards and sign up in the same country where your app is valid.
2. Where do I find my referral code?
You’ll find your unique referral code in the Settings section of the app. Simply share this with a friend and make sure they use it when they register.
3. How does the referral process work?
1. Share your unique referral code with your friend.
2. Your friend will need download the Starbucks app and enter your referral code during registration.
3. To complete the referral, your friend must purchase a hand-crafted drink (through the app or instore).
4. Both you and your friend will receive 1000 Stars within 24 hours after your friend’s qualifying purchase of a hand-crafted drink.
4. What reward do we get for a successful referral?
Both you and your friend will earn 1000 Stars once your friend uses your unique referral code during registration and goes on to purchase any hand-crafted drink, either by paying through the app or scanning their in-app QR code instore.
5. When will I get my reward?
Your Stars will be issued within 24 hours after your friend completes their qualifying purchase. You can keep track of your rewards on the Refer a Friend page within the app.
6. Does this reward expire?
You’ll have 2 years to use any Stars you earn through referrals from the date they are issued.
7 Is there a limit to how many friends I can refer?
You can invite as many people as you like, but you’ll only receive the reward for up to 24 successful referrals per calendar year.
8. Are there any rules that might disqualify a referral?
The following activities are not allowed and will result in disqualification:
- Self-referral (referring yourself with another account)
- Duplicate or fake accounts
- Using bots or other automated methods to generate referrals
9. Are there any geographical limitations?
You can only refer friends in the same country where your app is valid.
10. Does this offer end at any point?
There is currently no end date for the Refer a Friend scheme, but we reserve the right to modify or end the scheme at any time.
If you have any issues or questions, please reach out to our Customer Support team. Or for more information, please read the Refer a Friend Terms and Conditions.